The Indicator from Planet Money Why China's DeepSeek AI is such a big deal
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Jan 24, 2025 Delve into the whirlwind of AI developments, from a monumental $500 billion U.S. investment to China's emerging tech challenges. Explore the energy costs tied to AI queries and a new open-source model that may shift the balance of power globally. Meanwhile, uncover the drama surrounding Prince Harry's settlement over phone hacking, shedding light on the personal and legal implications of privacy breaches. Dive into the contrasting paths of legal settlements versus trials in the intriguing landscape of British law.
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AI Economics
- A new American company plans to invest $500 billion in AI infrastructure.
- This highlights the unusual economics of AI, where marginal costs aren't as low as traditional software.
Chinese AI Challenge
- Chinese startup DeepSync released a powerful, free, open-source AI model.
- This challenges OpenAI's pricing model and U.S. efforts to slow down China's AI progress.
Prince Harry's Settlement
- Prince Harry settled a phone-hacking lawsuit against Rupert Murdoch's News Group Newspapers.
- The settlement involved a public apology and an undisclosed sum, avoiding a potentially costly trial.